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Julian Serrano
Julian Serrano
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Julian Serrano

Bellagio Hotel and Casino

Las Vegas, NV USA

"If you don't follow your path, it's tough to be successful."

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Day In The Life

Master Chef, Picasso Restaurant

I share my passion for Mediterranean-French and Spanish cooking in new and innovative restaurants.

Skills & Education

Here's the path I took:

  • High School

  • Bachelor's Degree

    Culinary Arts/Chef Training

    Les Roches Marbella International School of Hotel Management, Marbella, Spain

Life & Career Milestones

My path in life has been direct

  • 1.

    Didn't originally plan to be a chef.

  • 2.

    He knew he wanted to travel, and he needed a skill that would make him money in any country.

  • 3.

    Went to culinary school at age 16.

  • 4.

    Was able to travel all across Europe, work for some of the best restaurants in France and Spain.

  • 5.

    Has won two James Beard awards, often considered one of the most prestigious awards in the culinary field.

  • 6.

    His restaurant, Picasso, in Las Vegas, Nevada, has been awarded two Michelin stars.

  • 7.

    Says it's important to listen to advice and criticism, but it's more important to follow your own path.